Associate Designer

Founded in 1878, Caleres, originally known as Brown Shoe Company, is a global footwear company comprised of some of the world's most loved brands including Famous Footwear, Sam Edelman, Naturalizer, Dr. Scholl's, and Allen Edmonds and many more. Caleres' legacy includes 145+ years of craftsmanship, a passion for fit with a mission to inspire people to feel great...feet first.

Join our dynamic and thriving footwear company as an

Associate Designer ,

Dr. Scholl's

in

St. Louis, MO

where you'll have the opportunity to make an impact and shape the future of our renowned brands. If you have a passion for fashion, are eager to learn and have an eye for detail, this is the perfect role for you! As a member of our team, you'll be part of a company that values

results, caring and learning.

What will you be doing!

Partnership :

Assist with the compilation and analysis of trend, style, consumer and market intelligence between internal and external partners, and is utilized in the creation of product. Develop strong working relationship with Product Developers and Designers to facilitate cross-functional work. Being able to assist the design team between different various categories and tiers for Men's and Women's (Lifestyle Sport / Casual / Occupational).

Support :

Support in the design process with building and maintaining Detailing / Presentation boards in MIRO, sketching, cadding, building proto and line sample detail specs, correcting pullover and proto during product development process. Support Design Director / Senior Designer with organization and communication of all Sketch / Cad corrections; daily maintenance and history tracking in Miro; preparation for all major milestone meetings.

Lead :

Organize and prepare (Sketches / Cads) for all Major Milestone Meetings; Sketch Review, Proto Review, Go To Market Meetings, Brand Meetings. Bring together management's visions to effectively capture the brand's essence.

Perks you will enjoy!

Our Shoe Discounts :

No matter your style, we've got your perfect fit covered with a 30% Associate Discount across Famous Footwear and Caleres brands

Benefits that Start Day One :

To learn more details about our total rewards including 401k, health benefits and PTO, visit yourcaleres.com

Get Paid When You Want : Access your money as you earn it and request your earnings before payday

Mental Wellness :

Your mental health is important to us, and we offer free, 24 / 7 confidential support and resources through CompPsych EAP for eligible associates

Relaxed Dress Code :

At Caleres, we believe that the right shoes can take you anywhere, and your authentic self is always in style. Feel free to leave your professional attire in the back of your closet!

Site Perks :

Full access to our onsite gym, Starbucks, Grab and Go Market, and free parking located in the convenient area of downtown Clayton, MO

Qualifications that make you the perfect fit!

Bachelor's degree in Design or related field preferred

2+ years design experience in women's footwear industry

Strong CAD skills utilizing Illustrator, sketching in proportion and scale preferred

Proficient in Illustrator Preferred; Photoshop

Eye for detailing, materials, and color

Passion for fashion and trend

Caleres is an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. We believe our company should be as diverse as the consumers we serve. We seek and engage talented individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, lifestyles, and belief systems.

Caleres is invested in our Associates. We regularly review our pay matrices and update appropriately based on need. Starting pay is determined by several factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. The actual pay will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Please visit yourcaleres.com to review all associated benefits.

Fraudulent Recruiting Disclaimer :

Please beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate Caleres, contacts will use @caleres.com email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a Caleres employee, please refer to our fraudulent recruiting statement found here : https : / / www.caleres.com / careers / be-aware-of-recruiting-fraud